Border Security & Customs

Browse careers that are in demand now and meet Australia’s future workforce needs.

Security Guard

A Security Guard ensures the safety of people and property by monitoring areas, managing crowds, patrolling, and responding to incidents.

Avg yearly income $62,400
Skill level Beginner

Security Officer

A Security Officer maintains safety by managing crowd control, conducting patrols, and monitoring areas while handling any suspicious activity.

Avg yearly income $57,200
Skill level Beginner

CCTV Operator

A CCTV Operator monitors security footage for safety, identifies suspicious activity, and may alert emergency services when needed.

Avg yearly income $72,800
Skill level Beginner

Biosecurity Officer

A Biosecurity Officer inspects for environmental pests and diseases at borders or in the field, ensuring compliance and safety protocols.

Avg yearly income $80,080
Skill level Advanced

Security Consultant

A Security Consultant advises organisations on improving security systems, assessing risks, designing solutions, and communicating effectively with clients.

Avg yearly income $83,200
Skill level Advanced

Customs Broker

A Customs Broker assists businesses with customs compliance, paperwork, and regulations, liaising with authorities to ensure smooth import/export processes.

Avg yearly income $109,980
Skill level Advanced

Security Manager

A Security Manager oversees security teams, manages staffing and logistics, trains personnel, and provides security advice to organisations.

Avg yearly income $93,600
Skill level Advanced

Customs and Border Protection Officer

A Customs and Border Protection Officer inspects luggage, verifies documents, and enforces border laws, requiring strong focus, judgement, and communication skills.

Avg yearly income $98,800
Skill level Advanced

Intelligence Officer

An Intelligence Officer analyses and interprets information to support national security, assessing threats and ensuring data confidentiality.

Avg yearly income $91,000
Skill level Advanced

National Security Adviser

A National Security Adviser guides strategy, develops policies, coordinates agencies, analyses intelligence, and leads crisis management.

Avg yearly income $123,500
Skill level Advanced
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia

Courses in border security & customs

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
CPP20218

Certificate II in Security Operations
On Campus
3 weeks
$20 - $1,750
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Security Officer Security Guard Bodyguard
Crowd Controller CCTV Operator
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Security Officer Security Guard Bodyguard Crowd Controller CCTV Operator + 2 more
PSP40416

Certificate IV in Government Investigations
Online
12 months
$2,495
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Compliance Officer Compliance Coordinator Biosecurity Officer
Investigator Government Investigator
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Compliance Officer Compliance Coordinator Biosecurity Officer Investigator Government Investigator + 2 more
CPP31418

Certificate III in Close Protection Operations
Blended, On Campus
3 weeks
$1,795
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Security Officer Security Guard Bodyguard
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Security Officer Security Guard Bodyguard
AVI20118

Certificate II in Transport Security Protection
Blended, On Campus
7 days
$51 - $1,750
  • Must pass a valid background check before accessing security-restricted resources for AVIG0001: Work in a transport security environment.
Additional requirements may apply.
Security Guard Security Officer Air Cargo Examination Officer
Screening Officer
+ 1 more
  • Must pass a valid background check before accessing security-restricted resources for AVIG0001: Work in a transport security environment.
  • Must pass a valid background check before accessing security-restricted resources for AVIG0001: Work in a transport security environment.
Additional requirements may apply.
Security Guard Security Officer Air Cargo Examination Officer Screening Officer + 1 more
CPP40719

Certificate IV in Security Management
Online
12 months
$2,495
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Security Consultant Security Manager
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Security Consultant Security Manager
PSP40316

Certificate IV in Government Security (Personnel Vetting)
Online
12 months
$2,495
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Intelligence Officer National Security Adviser Security Consultant
Compliance Officer Customs and Border Protection Officer
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Intelligence Officer National Security Adviser Security Consultant Compliance Officer Customs and Border Protection Officer + 2 more
CPP41519

Certificate IV in Security Risk Analysis
Online
12 months
$2,495
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Security Manager Security Consultant Intelligence Officer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Security Manager Security Consultant Intelligence Officer
11029NAT

Course in Firearms and Weapons Safety (Approved for Firearms Licensing in Queensland)
On Campus
4 days
$250
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Bodyguard Trapper or Hunter Police Officer
Security Guard Security Officer
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Bodyguard Trapper or Hunter Police Officer Security Guard Security Officer + 2 more
CPP30619

Certificate III in Investigative Services
Online
16 months
$1,795
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Private Investigator Security Officer Investigator
Criminal Investigator Intelligence Officer
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Private Investigator Security Officer Investigator Criminal Investigator Intelligence Officer + 2 more
HLTAID015

Provide Advanced Resuscitation and Oxygen Therapy
On Campus
2 hours
$190
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Pool Lifeguard Security Officer First Aider
Outdoor Adventure Guide Emergency Medical Technician Remote Area Nurse Firefighter
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Pool Lifeguard Security Officer First Aider Outdoor Adventure Guide Emergency Medical Technician Remote Area Nurse Firefighter + 4 more
CPPSS00063

Firearms Skill Set
On Campus
7 days
$1,350
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Security Guard Security Officer Bodyguard
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Security Guard Security Officer Bodyguard
PSP50316

Diploma of Government Security
Online
12 months
$3,495
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Security Consultant Security Manager Security Officer
Intelligence Officer Security Analyst
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Security Consultant Security Manager Security Officer Intelligence Officer Security Analyst + 2 more
CPPSS00060

Canine Skill Set
Blended
5 months
$1,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Security Dog Handler
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Security Dog Handler
TLI50224

Diploma of Logistics
Online
24 months
$4,995
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Inventory Controller Logistics Administrator Warehouse Supervisor
Warehouse Leading Hand Fleet Manager Fleet Controller Transport Scheduler Airport Operations Manager Trade Manager Pick Packer Ground Operations Supervisor Supply Chain Analyst Logistics Planner Inventory Planner Logistics Coordinator Supply and Distribution Manager Customs Broker Industrial Engineer Fuel Tanker Driver Logistics Specialist
+ 17 more
CPPSS00061

Cash-in-Transit Skill Set
Blended, On Campus
2 days
$750
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Security Officer Security Guard
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Security Officer Security Guard
CPPSS00059

Batons and Handcuffs Skill Set
On Campus
1 day
$250
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Security Guard Security Officer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Security Guard Security Officer
MEM30819

Certificate III in Locksmithing
Apprenticeship, On Campus, Traineeship
36 months
$29,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Systems Designer Security System Installer Locksmith
Security Consultant Quality Controller Control Technician
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Systems Designer Security System Installer Locksmith Security Consultant Quality Controller Control Technician + 3 more
AHC30318

Certificate III in Rural and Environmental Pest Management
Blended, Online
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Biosecurity Officer Pest Control Technician Pest Controller
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Biosecurity Officer Pest Control Technician Pest Controller
HLTAID006

Advanced First Aid
Blended
1 - 2 days
$295
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Outdoor Adventure Guide Sports Coach First Aider
Health Care Worker Pool Lifeguard Aged Care Worker Security Officer Childcare Worker Beach Lifeguard
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Outdoor Adventure Guide Sports Coach First Aider Health Care Worker Pool Lifeguard Aged Care Worker Security Officer Childcare Worker Beach Lifeguard + 6 more
CPP50619

Diploma of Security Risk Management
Blended, On Campus, Online
12 - 24 months
$1,795 - $5,150
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Security Consultant Security Manager Airport Operations Manager
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Security Consultant Security Manager Airport Operations Manager
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